BCMH honors employees with 30 years of service

It is a real honor to recognize two of our employees who received a 30 years of service recognition award in 2024: Karen Landers, RN - Outpatient Specialty Clinics and Patti Wilson, LPN - Med/Surgery.

These nurses represent 60 years of compassionate care and we think the world of them both. Karen and Patti, your commitment to excellence continues to inspire us all. Thank you for your dedication!

Presenting: Jennifer Klinksick, RN, Chief Nursing Officer and Kristina Anderson, Director of Human Resources

=Courtesy Bates County Memorial Hospital

Fleeing subject taken into custody in Vernon county

The Vernon County Sheriff's Office attempted to make a routine traffic stop after the subject, Michael Anderson 30, stopped then fled the scene in his car. After a brief pursuit the subject fled on foot after he wrecked his car. Sheriff Buehler was able to deploy a drone from Vernon County Emergency Management. 

The suspect was located immediately. The suspect was taken into custody and placed in the Vernon County Jail on charges of Property Damage - 2nd Degree; Aggravated Fleeing a Stop or Detention
$10,000.00; Cash Only Bond.

One Officer was injured during the foot pursuit and was taken to NRMC. I would like to give a huge THANK YOU to Nevada Police and Emergency Management for their assistance in helping us capture the suspect. "The streets are safer when all departments work together" says Sheriff Buehler.

Tuesday night basketball scoreboard

 

Boys:

Warsaw 36
Adrian 69

Drexel 56
Archie 55

Appleton City 56
Liberal 50

Harrisonville 61
Warrensburg 56

Games tonight

Drexel & Chilhowee
Miami & Guadalupe Centers Charter (cancelled)
Greenfield & Hume
Archie & Lone Jack
Lockwood & Rich Hill

Girls:

Warsaw 19
Adrian 55

Butler 58
Sherwood 47

Harrisonville 35
Warrensburg 40

Games tonight

Drexel & Chilhowee
Miami & Guadalupe Centers Charter (cancelled)

Greenfield & Hume

Archie & Lone Jack

Lockwood & Rich Hill

More scores from last night to be added as the become available

Rain likely tomorrow

 

We will get close to the freezing point overnight however, the National Weather Service says we should be ok in terms of slick conditions in the morning. Otherwise expect rain on your commute home tomorrow afternoon.

Looking ahead, it should be close to 50 on Valentines Day.

Everything must go sale!

 

BCSO welcomes Sarah Eager

Bates County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New Community Resource Liaison to Support Families and Reintegration Efforts of Inmates.

Bates County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the hiring of Sarah Eager as its new Community Resource Liaison. Sarah has a deep commitment to supporting families and individuals navigating complex challenges, including those involved in the court system and struggling with substance use. Sarah’s commitment to at-risk individuals is based on her first hand experience of the devastation caused to families by substance abuse and the fentanyl drug epidemic.

In this vital role, Sarah will connect community members with essential social services, focusing on families of court-involved individuals and those navigating mental health challenges, with a particular emphasis on drug treatment and recovery programs. Responsibilities include:

*Providing comprehensive resource referrals for individuals and families impacted by the justice system.

*Supporting families of substance addicted individuals, offering guidance and resources during their loved one's incarceration and upon release.

*Navigating the complexities of mental health services, including connecting individuals with appropriate treatment options, with a specialized focus on drug treatment and recovery programs.

*Assisting individuals in accessing drug treatment and recovery resources, including detox, rehabilitation, and aftercare support.

*Facilitating connections with community organizations offering support services such as housing assistance, employment training, and food banks.

*Working closely with local law enforcement, social service agencies, and community partners to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to community support.

*Providing crucial reentry support for inmates being released from jail, helping them successfully reintegrate into the community by providing them resources they need to succeed.

"We are incredibly excited to welcome Sarah Eager to our team. Her expertise in connecting individuals with vital resources, particularly in the areas of court involvement and substance use recovery, will be invaluable to our community. We are confident they will make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve." - Sheriff Chad Anderson

Sarah is a 1995 Graduate of Harrisonville High School and attended Northwest Missouri State University after High School. Sarah has been a special speaker at the fentanyl forums here in Bates County sharing her personal expertise. Sarah is passionate about the importance of the unified fight to combat the most dangerous illicit drugs like fentanyl and the importance of recovery along with continued support for addicted persons and their families.

“I am passionate about empowering individuals and families to overcome challenges and build brighter futures. I am thrilled to join the Bates County Sheriff’s Office and work collaboratively to provide comprehensive support, particularly for those navigating the complexities of the jail system and the journey of drug recovery.” Sarah Eager Community Resource Liaison

Sarah began her role as the Community Resource Liaison in December. Sarah has been working hard to build a comprehensive list of community resources to provide them to our community members. Sarah is working hard to build resources that can be provided to inmates who are released from incarceration, to begin the process of recovery and to reduce recidivism.

Members of the community are encouraged to contact Sarah at or 660-464-4523, Seager@BatesCountySheriff.com or visit her at the Community Resource Office at 13 W Dakota, Butler MO 64730.

New Master Masons welcomed

 

Butler Lodge No. 254 proudly welcomed three new Master Masons into our ranks today: Phete M. Bouphanouvong (1st row forth from left) , Gary L. Ratliff (1st row, third from left) , and William P. McLay (1st row second from left). Congratulations!

-Courtesy Butler Lodge No. 254

Drexel police warn of scam

 

This piece of mail was received from the “Processing Center” in North KC. Notice that the enclosed card offers financial assistance for “final expenses”. All you have to do is provide all your personal information and your social security number.

We did some checking with the Better Business Bureau, and as you’d expect, they have flagged this outfit as being fraudulent.

Never, ever, provide your personal information over the phone or by mail, unless you have verified and vetted the source. Feel free to share. 

-Courtesy Drexel Police Department